DEPARTMENTAL FINANCE MANAGER II

We will be accepting online applications from Monday, August 17, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until Thursday, August 27, 2026, 5:00 PM (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Thursday, August 27, 2026, to be accepted.

This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with MAPP and regulations.

About the Organization

With almost 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California with over 100,000 employees in 39 departments, we provide vital and diverse public services like law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, and cultural activities. The County has more than 2,100 different job types, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers!

We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. Join us and discover one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the county with a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans, and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.

For more information about the amazing benefits offered by Los Angeles County, please visit our benefits page.

About the Role

The Departmental Finance Manager II will direct a division or section responsible for management of the financial resources of a County department with a medium-size budget. Responsibilities include:

• Developing, coordinating, and maintaining an integrated system of financial staff services including at least accounting, budgeting, and management financial reporting, and sometimes also one or more related staff services such as auditing, internal controls, management analysis, procurement, facilities, or warehousing.
• Exercising effective control over the financial resources of the department.
• Coordinating and synthesizing financial and management data to interpret the composite financial results of operations to all levels of the department's management.
• Advising on, developing, coordinating, and carrying out financial policies, procedures, and plans.
• Reviewing, analyzing, evaluating, and reporting upon program accomplishments in financial terms.
• Advising and assisting executive management by supplying financial management advice required to make management decisions, establish organizational strategic goals and objectives, and manage the organization.

Responsibilities

• Plans, assigns, directs, and evaluates the work of sections or units involved in departmental financial management activities in the areas of budget, accounting, fiscal, financial analysis, financial reporting, and other financial management functions.
• Directs the planning, organization, and implementation of the department's annual budget to ensure compliance with Chief Executive Office budget directives and coordinates the preparation of department budget requests to the Chief Executive Office.
• Responsible for directing or monitoring the departmental accounting system including cost, fiscal, billing, revenue, and trust accounts; analyzes and interprets accounting provisions and regulations and provides recommendations for their implementation and impact on department programs.
• Advises and consults with management concerning the department's budgetary status during the year and the impact on existing and proposed department operations and programs; develops plans for internal reallocation of budget funds to meet changing department priorities.
• Functions as the financial advisor to department management concerning the accounting and financial implications of existing and projected departmental operations.
• Directs the preparation and submission of a wide variety of internal financial reports for department management and any required financial reports for outside departments or agencies.
• Develops short and long-term financial plans and assists in the development of department strategic financial planning.
• Administers department internal controls through ongoing monitoring activities and conducts periodic audits to ensure compliance with department and County internal control policies and procedures.
• Analyzes Federal and State legislation affecting department revenue, collections, and budgets.
• Initiates and directs the preparation of cost, revenue, and accounting system procedure studies and recommends and implements policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
• Manages departmental support services such as central procurement, warehouse, space and facilities, or other support services.

Requirements

OPTION I: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree or higher in Business or Public Administration, Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a closely related field AND two (2) years of public sector experience supervising administrative or management analysts responsible for the analysis, preparation, and ongoing administration of a departmental or organizational budget, accounting, fiscal, or auditing program.

OPTION II: Four (4) years of public sector experience supervising administrative or management analysts responsible for the analysis, preparation, and ongoing administration of a departmental or organizational budget, accounting, fiscal, or auditing program.

No withholds will be allowed. Required experience must be fully met by the last day of filing and clearly indicated on the application.

Special Requirements

• To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of all relevant official documents, including your diploma, official transcript, or letter from an accredited institution that shows the area of specialization or email it to ecervantes@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from the end of the filing period. Please include the exam number and exam title. We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English. If not in English, then translation is required. International degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards if not listed in the International Handbook of Universities or World Higher Education Database. Documents marked as unofficial will not be accepted.
• A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Supervising experience includes responsibility for planning, assigning, and reviewing the work of staff, evaluating employee performance, participating in interviewing and selecting new staff, and performance management.

Administrative Analysts are defined under general supervision as researching, analyzing, and making recommendations for the solution of complex problems related to the administration of major departmental programs, operations, and administrative practices.

Management Analysts are defined as performing a variety of analytical, technical, and/or confidential and sensitive assignments in core functional areas of human resources, contract development and administration, or health programs operations and administration.

If you performed work that differs from the duties described in your class specification and believe you qualify for this opportunity, please provide verification via official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus, or reclassification study with CEO Classification within seven (7) calendar days from the end of the filing period. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position that regularly performs functions in alignment with the requirements.

Physical Requirements

Physical Class 2 – Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

Assessment Process

Qualifications will be evaluated using the following assessments:

• PART I: Multiple Choice and/or Simulation Assessments weighted at 60% assessing:
  • Deductive Reasoning
  • Achieving Work Goals
  • Adapting and Responding to Change
  • Adhering to Principles
  • Coping with Pressure & Setbacks
  • Deciding and Initiating Action
  • Delivering Results
  • Entrepreneurial Thinking
  • Formulating Strategies & Concepts
  • Leading and Supervising
  • Persuading and Influencing
  • Relating and Networking
• PART II: A Writing Assessment weighted at 15% assessing English Structure and Content, Written Expression, and Prioritizing Information. Both Parts I and II will be administered on the same day. Only those applicants who achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I will have Part II scored.
• PART III: An evaluation of Training & Experience weighted at 25% assessing Professional and Technical Knowledge based on application information and supplemental questionnaire. Only those applicants who achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I and II will have Part III scored.

Applicants must meet the requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Scores cannot be given over the telephone.

Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations, and your test responses may be transferred.

Test Preparation

We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you prepare for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary. Various information can be found on our website at Job Search Toolkit. The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance." Online practice tests are available at SHL Direct. You can also visit our Los Angeles County Online Assessment Preparation Series webpage.